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Tripology: Travel Podcast

Tripology: Travel Podcast

Welcome to Tripology, the travel podcast that"s entirely nomadic! Broadcasting from across the globe, two best friends get together every week to share their travel experiences. We tell vagabond adventure stories, give travel quizzes, answer questions from listeners and solve backpacking conundrums! Explore the world with Tripology- New episodes every Tuesday. Join our Patreon community: patreon.com/tripologypodcast Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/tripologypodcast Subscribe to our YouTube

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00:31:52

24 Hours in a Jimjilbang: South Korea's Cheapest...

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2026/03/03

No clothes? No worries! This week gets hot & steamy, as Alun spends 24 hours in a traditional South Korean Jimjilbang: South Korea's cheapest accommodation. Jimjilbangs are traditional bathhouses, with saunas, steam rooms, and communal rest areas, allowing people to stay for hours or even overnight. Tune in to hear what Alun made of Adam's favourite East Asian past time.Continuing the (lack of) clothing theme, Alun discusses his new shoes. If you've considered going 'barefoot' before, perhaps

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00:30:26

The Unexpected Realities of Travelling South Korea:...

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2026/02/24

Is South Korea the most impersonal country to travel in? Alun's trip in South Korea has been defined by a lack of interactions with both South Koreans and fellow travellers. Why is everyone being replaced by screens and robots? We discuss his findings, as well as the impact technology has had on South Korean society.Alun also recounts his DMZ tour, which was more organised and more funny than he would have liked. Let's just say the jokes are... borderline.Support the show and access the Lost

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00:31:01

Why You Should Never Trust New Zealand Ferries

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2026/02/17

Adam's New Zealand road trip was flipped on its head when the interisland ferry he'd booked was cancelled. With his travel plans for the North Island effectively erased, and his options even more scarce than a kiwi, he tried every trick in the book to get onto another boat, quickly learning why you should never trust New Zealand ferries. Tune in for this New Zealand nautical nightmare!Support the show and access the Lost & Found section. This week, Alun shares his passion for tennis and

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00:32:12

Seoul & South Korea: How Much Do You Really Know?

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2026/02/10

Alun's arrived in Seoul, South Korea's sprawling capital, but it hasn't been plain sailing. After a disappointing layover in Shanghai, we hear how Alun's airplane seat resulted in a moral dilemma. Turbulence was the least of his worries!Adam throws a South Korean pop quiz in for good measure. Alun's only been in Seoul for a few days, but correcting the jet lag with buckets of kimchi is all the preparation he needs.Stay tuned for the Support the show and access the Lost &

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00:35:30

Why East Asia? Leaving Home for a Life in South Korea...

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2026/02/03

East Asia bound! Alun announces he's off to South Korea, and then onto Japan to commence his Japan working holiday visa, but why? We hear Alun's motives, as he prepares for life in two countries that he's fantasised about for a long, long time.Tales of a Trip returns with a powerful message from a seasoned traveller. We dive into prejudice, the real impact of expats on local communities, and why integration matters when living abroad.Support the show and access the Lost & Found

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00:30:48

Caught Red-Handed in New Zealand! Sea Kayaking in the...

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2026/01/27

It's a pirate's life! While sea kayaking in New Zealand's stunning Marlborough Sounds region, Adam visited an open-ocean mussel farm. He took his chance and snagged New Zealand's prized greenshell mussel - but with Harbour Patrol hot on his tail, would he make his escape?The Marlborough Sounds is New Zealand's top sea kayaking destination, and a local favourite for its world-class fishing. Stingray isn't on the menu this week but red snapper is! Adam's treated to the

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00:33:14

Is Backpacking a Sustainable Lifestyle? The Truth...

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2026/01/20

Can you really travel forever? As Alun prepares for another adventure, we dive into the truth about long-term travel. In an episode inspired by a listener's curious questions, we define what 'long-term travel' really means, discuss backpacking burnout, and ask the question every traveller faces: is backpacking a sustainable lifestyle? With a combined 20 years abroad, things are about to get existential, baby!Plus, Tales of a Trip returns with a travel story involving South Korean bagels

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00:31:20

Hiking New Zealand’s Most Underrated Trail: The...

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2026/01/13

New Zealand's most underrated trail, the Copland Track, has it all: dense rainforest, ice cold glacial rivers, waterfalls, swing bridges, and hidden hot pools... with a nasty surprise! Tune in to hear about Adam's favourite hike in New Zealand so far.Adam also shares a few anecdotes from his trip up New Zealand's wet west coast, including a romantic glow worm walk with a Chinese tour group, an offensive interaction involving a banana smoothie, and the most bizarre Police check point, proving that

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00:31:41

The Routeburn Track: Why You Shouldn't Run New...

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2026/01/06

Adam ran the Routeburn Track and regrets it! Nestled in the Fiordland National Park, and perhaps New Zealand’s most beautiful ‘Great Walk’, the Routeburn Track stretches 32km, through alpine meadows, stunning valleys and lush forest. It’s possible to complete the track in one day, but should you? Adam shares his thoughts and feelings on running the track, as well as the surprises, struggles, and how the experience relates to the broader topic of travel.Support the show and gain access to the Lost

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00:30:29

What Does Stingray Taste Like? Trying Kuala Lumpur's...

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2025/12/30

Forget rice for breakfast - this week, it's stingray for dinner! Alun's been exploring Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia's fast-developing capital, including its culinary delights. We hear all about his experience trying Malaysia's unusual street food, stingray, at the popular night market: Jalan Alor Food Street. Apologies to all you divemasters out there!Alun also shares a heartwarming, full-circle moment, revisiting an old friend he met on his very first backpacking trip to China; along with

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00:33:34

Kea Attack on the Kepler Track!

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2025/12/23

This week, Adam hiked the Kepler Track: one of New Zealand's 11 Great Walks. The 60km loop, located in the South Island's Fiordland National Park, is a stunning track, including forests, lakes, ridge walks, and destructive native birdlife! Tune in to find out why the endangered Kea is New Zealand's most dangerous bird.Tales of a Trip returns with a backpacking horror story involving more native wildlife. Perhaps camping in Australia’s outback isn't the best time to watch a horror movie after

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00:39:23

Is Brunei Really Asia’s Most Boring Country?

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2025/12/16

Backpackers claim that Brunei's the most boring country in Asia. After speaking with numerous travellers, and hearing comments such as "Brunei's only worth visiting if you're counting countries", Alun went to see for himself. In this episode, we hear why Brunei is one of Asia's most misunderstood destinations.Stay tuned for Tales of a Trip, as Karl Watson shares a rollercoaster of a story! We find out the link between his YouTube channel, his wedding day, and altitude

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00:30:53

Kinabatangan River Adventure: Seeing Borneo's Big 5...

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2025/12/09

Eye-eye, Captain! Alun's cruising through the Borneo jungle this week. We hear all about his trip along the Kinabatangan River, as he attempts to see Borneo's big 5 on a budget! Impaired by an eye infection and up to his eyeballs in antibiotics, could having a big nose give him the edge? Will Alun finally catch a glimpse of a wild Orangutan?Prepare for road rash in this week's Tales of a Trip, as we hear from a listener whose Vietnam motorbike trip scarred him for life. He happens to be

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00:31:14

Should You Visit Sepilok? Inside Borneo's...

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2025/12/02

Alun's seen Orangutans in Borneo but how? We dive inside Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and ask whether it's an ethical sanctuary or a zoo-like tourist attraction.Alun’s final moments in Cebu, Philippines, were action-packed and fraught with danger. He narrowly escaped the island amid the devastation caused by Typhoon Tino. Our hearts go out to everyone affected, and we wish the people of the Philippines a safe and speedy recovery.Tales of a Trip returns with a Central Asian

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00:35:47

Swimming with Sharks! Thresher Shark Diving in...

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2025/11/22

This week, Alun's been diving with Thresher sharks in Malapascua. Rounding off his time in the Philippines, we hear what it's like to be back at scuba diving school and then thrown in at the deep end... with thresher sharks!Adam's out of character, as he relives the moment he simultaneously smashed his laptop and studio lamp, resulting in a trip to see some wheeling, dealing, Punjabi friends.Tales of a Trip returns with a wonderful story from a free-spirited traveler who embraces the

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00:29:46

Bridge Accident on New Zealand's Most Dangerous Road

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2025/11/15

Adam survives New Zealand's most dangerous road but not without injury! We hear how a wild 4X4 ride through Skipper's Canyon was a bridge too far. Lord of the Rings filming locations, a suspect first aid kit, and a high risk of landslides was more than Adam bargained for. Did Adam strike gold or was the experience a thorn in his side?Alun's Miscellaneous Travel Item returns with a cameo from Vagabot. Adam's presented with a list of exotic travel destinations and must guess which one

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00:34:34

Travel Books That Changed the World: Which is Your...

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2025/11/08

Travel guides, travel novels, and travel magazines are the theme of this week's Tripping Point travel quiz! How much does Alun know about the travel publications that changed the world? Tune in and play along!Adam's been having campervan malfunctions, which have left him stranded in the rain. Apparently leaving the headlights switched on all day can run the battery down... Fortunately there's a French stallion on hand to save the day!Tales of a Trip goes hitchhiking this week, as we hear

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00:31:00

We Won an Award... then Spotify Blocked Us.

Tripology: Travel Podcast ·

2025/11/01

It's been a rollercoaster week here at Tripology Podcast. We're thrilled to announce we won Best Travel & Adventure Podcast at the 2025 Independent Podcast Awards! Spotify then hit us with a false copyright claim and blocked our episodes! We share the stories behind the chaos and discuss what it's like being independent creators.Hostel Common Room returns with a listener who's about to embark on a 2-year backpacking trip and wants to know the best way to meet like-minded travellers. Tune in for

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00:29:49

Knocked Out in Northern Nigeria: African Boxing with...

Tripology: Travel Podcast ·

2025/10/25

We're rocking this week! Not only did we win 'Best Travel & Adventure Podcast' at the 2025 Independent Podcast Awards, we also received a knockout Tales of a Trip entry from Harry Jaggard! Whilst visiting Northern Nigeria, Harry was roped into a bare-knuckle boxing match. Tune in to hear the full story, and make sure you watch the video... Rather him than us!Harry's YouTube video: https://youtu.be/PzG7FMhP6ZI?si=XMWF8SjvDq3sFckKHarry's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harryjaggardAlun's

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00:33:04

Eating India's BEST Butter Chicken!

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2025/10/18

We discover the surprising origins of India's most famous dish: Butter Chicken. Adam relives his India food adventures, sharing his experience of eating at Gulati Restaurant in Delhi, touted as the best butter chicken in India. We ask: Was butter chicken actually invented in Pakistan? And why are two Delhi restaurants fighting over the original recipe?Acclimatise quickly, as Tales of a Trip reaches new heights! We hear from a digital nomad who summits mountains for fun, whilst carrying a bag of

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